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2 Ducat
| Gold (.979) | 6.98 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free Hanseatic City (1324-1922) |
| Emperor | Francis II (Franz II) (1792-1806) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1793-1806 |
| Value | 2 Ducats (2 Dukaten) (7) |
| Currency | Thaler (1675-1872) |
| Composition | Gold (.979) |
| Weight | 6.98 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#31143 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Small crowned imperial double headed eagle holding scepter and sword, on its chest an imperial orb. Date at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FRANSISCVS.II.D.G.R.IMP.SEMP.AVGVST.1804.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Ducat coin from the Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, a period marked by the rise of capitalism, the French Revolution, and the Napoleonic Wars. Despite these challenges, the Hamburg mint continued to produce high-quality gold coins like the 2 Ducat, which were widely used for trade and commerce. The coin's gold content and intricate design made it a symbol of wealth and prosperity, and it remains a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1793 | 360 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1794 | 673 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1795 | 600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1796 | 547 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1797 | 670 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1798 | 670 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1799 | 765 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1800 | 811 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1801 | 1273 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1802 | 1256 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1803 | 837 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1804 | 1072 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1806 | 1201 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Ducat 1793-1806 coin.
